The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet
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The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet

6.2/10 1952 14 Seasons 435 Episodes Ended

The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet is an American sitcom, airing on ABC from October 3, 1952 through March 26, 1966, starring the real life Nelson family. After a long run on radio, the show was brought to television where it continued its success, running on both radio and television for a few years. The series stars Ozzie Nelson and his wife, singer Harriet Nelson, and their young sons, David and Eric "Ricky" Nelson. Don DeFore had a recurring role as the Nelsons' friendly neighbor "Thorny".

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Season 3 Episodes

E1
The Wedding Anniversary
1954

Ozzie and Harriet must decide whether to celebrate their 19th wedding anniversary with a night on the town or to stay at…

E2
Too Many Ties
1954

In order to make closet space, Harriet insists Ozzie get rid of his multitude of neckties.

E3
The Furnace
1954

It's hot versus cold, as Ozzie and Harriet battle over setting the furnace's thermostat.

E4
A Load of Gravel
1954

Ozzie gets upset when the gravel Thornberry ordered is dumped in his yard instead. After a phone call, things get worse.…

E5
The Usher
1954

Ozzie is bursting with pride when David is chosen over several boys as an usher at the local movie theatre. Ozzie's prid…

E6
Come As You Are Party
1954

Wally Dipple invites Ozzie and Harriet to his annual "Come-As-You-Are" party, and Ozzie does his best not to be caught i…

E7
Wally Dipple's Garage Door
1954

Wally Dipple invents an unusual garage door opener. Ozzie and Thorny want to invest in it, but their plans hit a little …

E8
The Odd Bolt
1954

Ozzie comes across a mysterious metal bolt, and sets about the house in search of where it's supposed to go.

E9
A Matter of Inches
1954

Ozzie agrees to pay David fifty dollars when he grows to be the same height as his dad.

E10
The Lost Christmas Gift
1954

When one of Ricky's Christmas gifts cannot be located, the entire Nelson family's holiday spirits plummet. However, the …

E11
The Fruitcake
1955

When Harriet insists that everyone write thank-you notes, Ozzie struggles to write his to Thorny.

E12
The Bloodhound
1955

Ricky tries to teach an old dog new tricks. Meanwhile, Ozzie and Thorny take drastic measures to avoid going to a violin…

E13
The Missing Sandwiches
1955

As a favor to their wives, Ozzie and Thorny are to deliver sandwiches and potato salad to the women's club. They need to…

E14
Individuality
1955

Ozzie tries to derail Thorny's scheme to save money by having his house painted with the paint that is leftover from pai…

E15
The Electric Train
1955

Ricky wants to turn in his old train set in for a new chemistry set.

E16
A Matter of Principle
1955

Ozzie is distressed by unexpected bills and David always seems to need extra cash. He takes a stand when David asks for …

E17
Career Woman
1955

After hearing a speech at the women's club about exciting careers for women. Harriet starts to think about pursuing a ca…

E18
The Girl Who Came to Dinner
1955

David invites his girlfriend Susan over to his home for dinner.

E19
The Sportscar
1955

Doc Williams is selling a fancy sportscar, and Ozzie is tempted to buy it.

E20
Ricky's Blind Date
1955

David has a problem: he has to find a date for his girlfriend's visiting cousin.

E21
Spring Housekeeping
1955

Ozzie and Thorny are under extreme marital pressure to perform their annual spring cleaning chores.

E22
The Pajama Game
1955

Dressed only in pajamas, Ozzie and Thorny embark on a bizarre adventure.

E23
Ricky's Shadow
1955

A little girl is following Ricky around, everywhere he goes. When Ozzie & Harriet try to talk to her, she runs away. Ozz…

E24
The Witness
1955

After a fender-bender, Thorny gets his day in court.

E25
Ricky's Charge Account
1955
E26
The Testimonial
1955

Ozzie wants to throw a surprise testimonial dinner in appreciation of Doc Williams.

E27
Thorny's Piano
1955

Though he hasn't had a piano lesson since the age of nine, Thorny bets Ozzie that he can learn to play a complete song w…

E28
The Stray Dog
1955

A stray dog attaches itself to the Nelsons, and they can’t get rid of him to go on a planned trip to Rainbow Lake.

Cast

Ozzie Nelson
Ozzie Nelson
Ozzie
Harriet Nelson
Harriet Nelson
Harriet
David Nelson
David Nelson
David
Ricky Nelson
Ricky Nelson
Ricky

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